World's Easiest Artisan Bread (No‑Knead)
Bread, Appetizer
Simple

World's Easiest Artisan Bread (No‑Knead)

Ridiculously easy no-knead artisan loaf: crispy crust, fluffy interior — mix, rest, bake.

"Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside — the world’s easiest bread you’ll ever bake!" - Alexia

10 Hours 45 Minutes
Total Time
6
Servings
Simple
Level

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups room temperature water
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp instant yeast

Instructions

1

Mix the Dough

In a large bowl, add the flour, salt, and yeast. Mix well. Slowly pour in the water while stirring until a shaggy dough forms. Make sure all ingredients are combined.

2

Let It Rise

Cover the bowl with a clean cloth (a ‘mappine’) and let the dough rest for 8–10 hours, or overnight, at room temperature. The dough will rise and become light and fluffy.

3

Shape the Dough

Preheat the oven to 450°F. Lightly flour your countertop and gently turn the dough out of the bowl. Shape it into a ball without kneading — just fold and flip until smooth. If sticky, dust lightly with flour.

4

Prepare to Bake

Place the dough on a parchment-lined, upside-down cookie sheet. Use a knife to make two crisscross slits on the top of the dough.

5

Bake

Bake at 450°F for about 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp. The inside should be soft and fluffy.

6

Serve

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm with butter or olive oil.